Conservation agriculture vital for climate resilience in Barind: Experts | Others

RAJSHAHI, Oct 3, 2025 (BSS) - Conservation agriculture technology is emerging as a crucial solution to combat the adverse effects of climate change in the drought-prone Barind region, according to agricultural experts and researchers. Experts emphasize that the adoption of conservation agriculture practices can significantly improve climate resilience, reduce water use, and shift farmers away from conventional, water-intensive farming methods. These insights were shared while talking to BSS on Thursday. Dr Shakhawat Hossain, Principal Scientific Officer at the Bangladesh Agriculture Research Institute (BARI), outlined the core principles of conservation agriculture in the Rajshahi region. These include reduced tillage, crop rotation, mixed cropping, and the use of Power Tiller Operated Seeders (PTOS) for early planting. One key feature of conservation agriculture...